Supporting handmade – helping independent makers and small businesses

Category: Lots of lovely things

“Mummy, mummy Santa lost a button!” How lovely would that sound on Christmas morning?

You can cast some festive magic with nibbled mince pies and Rudolph’s carrot, leave footprints under the tree and now Santa can ‘lose’ his buttons for excited children to find on Christmas morning.

A perfect stocking filler if he accidentally drops it in their stocking, or how about amongst the gifts under the tree? Wherever your children find it, they are sure to be amazed, excited and captivated by the magic of Christmas. You can buy your Santa button here.

Our Crafty Things was established in 2013 over a cup of coffee and a wedge of cake with the aim of helping independent makers and home craft businesses like you reach a bigger audience.

Our original plan was to use our site and social media experience to help small businesses like yours shout BIG and help customers find you! We quickly grew our following to over 11.4k on Twitter and nearly 700 on Facebook but realised something was missing. Continue reading →

If you are a Border Terrier fan you will love the recently launched range of limited edition Border Terrier inspired gifts for dog lovers and their wiry friends, by canine entrepreneur Roky.Continue reading →

We love a handmade Christmas, so we’ll be gathering together lots of ideas on this post from our crafty friends on Twitter and Facebook! We’ll include the links so you can shop direct, read on for lots of lovely gift ideas.

QUIRKY. These personalised scrabble tags are unique Secret Santa’s, stocking fillers, decorations or even pressy tags! Just pop over to Facebook and have a chat with Littlen’s Crafts to see what can be done.

A personalised present is always special, even more so if it is a personalised tote bag by Baggie’s Tote Bags. Caricatured from photos you provide, Baggie’s create unique one off gifts that you can be sure no one else will be giving! Continue reading →

There is no disputing that these creations by Michelle Abrahall Merchandise are cute, quirky and utterly unique! Strong lines are combined with bright and bold colours to create unconventional and unique designs. Bearded men, cute little birds, glamorous women and zodiac signs are available on pocket mirrors, notebooks, tote bags and even temporary tattoos!

If you are looking for an unusual gift or something a bit different for yourself then you can see the full range on Etsy. Prices start from £3.99 + postage, so there is something to suit all budgets.

All things fabric by Dapple Craft. Brilliant bags, bountiful bunting and aprons for big and little cooks. We love their kids baking set with the campervan apron, rolling pin and cutter in its own camper van bag! Continue reading →